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CDMX Hidden Gems Tour: Floating Library, Secret Murals & Pulque
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Andres Olivera Ramirez
Duration
3 hours
Meeting point
Biblioteca Vasconcelos
Languages
English, Spanish
From €0
Tip based
Free Booking. Free Cancellation.
No fixed price — pay what you feel the tour is worth.
Overview
Begin your adventure at the spectacular Vasconcelos Library, the world-famous "Floating Library,' and admire Gabriel Orozco's "Mátrix Móvil." From there, dive into the neighborhood's "urban archaeology" to find the 1957 mural by José Gordillo—a hidden masterpiece that has survived earthquakes and time itself.
Continue toward the explosive colors of Gilberto Aceves Navarro's "War and Peace' mural, showcasing the shift into Mexico's modern art era. But the true soul of the Porfiriato awaits at Niña Oscura, a "secret" bookstore housed in a classic 1900s mansion. Here, among vintage shelves and high ceilings, feel the elegance of old Mexico City while browsing through unique literary finds.
Finally, visit the legendary Moorish Kiosk (Kiosco Morisco), a cast-iron jewel in the heart of the Alameda, before closing the day at La Joya de Santa María. At this traditional pulquería, toast with authentic "curados" (fermented agave sap or a beer if you want), tasting the real, unfiltered pulse of the city.
Continue toward the explosive colors of Gilberto Aceves Navarro's "War and Peace' mural, showcasing the shift into Mexico's modern art era. But the true soul of the Porfiriato awaits at Niña Oscura, a "secret" bookstore housed in a classic 1900s mansion. Here, among vintage shelves and high ceilings, feel the elegance of old Mexico City while browsing through unique literary finds.
Finally, visit the legendary Moorish Kiosk (Kiosco Morisco), a cast-iron jewel in the heart of the Alameda, before closing the day at La Joya de Santa María. At this traditional pulquería, toast with authentic "curados" (fermented agave sap or a beer if you want), tasting the real, unfiltered pulse of the city.
Tour Conditions
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible
Minimum Attendees
No minimum attendees
Children
Suitable for families with children
Extra Fees
No additional cost
Pets
Not allowed
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This activity includes:
- Biblioteca Vasconcelos
- Moorish kiosk
Our Guides
On arrival
The guide will be just in front of the main entrance.
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